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Teenager George Hemmings is one of the players James Morrison is looking at to strengthen his midfield options
27.07.26News
"All the details we've been looking at for players have all come to fruition, I couldn't be happier with the squad we've got."
"Those types of tackles can be ones that open your knee up a bit but maybe, hopefully, I'm keeping my fingers crossed that it was the initial strong impact that jarred it and it might settle down."
Hartlepool United head coach Lee Clark has lauded the "hungry" and "ambitious" Nathan Fisher after he became the club's 14th summer signing on Sunday.
"He's a young goalkeeper with outstanding potential who's come through one of the best academy systems in the country and we believe this is the right stage of his career to take the next step into senior football."
"You only have to look at what he did here last season. He was one of the best defenders in the National League and his performances showed exactly what he can bring to a team. When a player performs at that level and you get the chance to sign him permanently, it's one you want to make happen."
The Phoenix is delighted to announce its first ever live show, featuring two former Coventry City captains.
MACHEL HEWITT: The most important factors were that key players got minutes, young players got opportunities, and new signings continued to gel.
26.07.26Matchday
Carlos Baleba was heavily linked with a move to Manchester United last summer, and the Red Devils are now back in the market for a midfielder.
26.07.26News
"I'm from the North East, so I know exactly the size of this football club and how much it means to the supporters. You can see the ambition around the club as soon as you walk through the door and that's something that really stood out to me."
It's transfer window time and the fans are restless...
26.07.26Opinion
Paul Fisher takes a look at the main talking points from Chesterfield's recent pre-season friendly against a Bohemians XI side at Dalymount Park.
What we have seen in an admittedly small sample size from West Bromwich Albion's attacking trio this pre-season leaves you enthusiastic about the new season
The latest on the West Bromwich Albion transfer front as boss James Morrison discusses the window and a new name emerges in the hunt for recruits
Young trio rewarded with their first professional contracts as they join the first-team squad at Priestfield.
Here we go. Your Leicester City knowledge tested with the ‘The Sunday Quiz’. Ten questions about Leicester City’s history, current players, transfer fees, classic goals and much more...
26.07.26Features
Sunshine, Dom Ballard and penalties: our dispatch from Roots Hall as the O's travel down the A13 to take on Southend for the JE3 Trophy
25.07.26News
Holman will undergo a scan in due course to establish the severity of the issue, which Ian Holloway linked to potentially being as severe as the problem endured by Danny Butterworth last term.
"Pools is a huge football club with fantastic supporters and I'm looking forward to getting started. I'll work as hard as I can every day, compete for my place and do everything I can to help the team have a successful season."
"I've kept an eye on everything that's been happening since the end of last season and it's been exciting to see the progress the club has made, both on and off the pitch."
"I did still think there were lots of positives as well, some of our pressing was of the highest quality and we created numerous chances. I think the lads at least deserved to score a goal, if not more. It wasn't to be."
25.07.26Matchday
West Bromwich Albion playmaker Tammer Bany has been ravaged by injuries since he joined the club from Danish side Randers in January 2025 and is still being managed back to fitness this pre-season
Everything we learned as Wycombe Wanderers defeated Championship Portsmouth 3-1 at Adams Park.
West Bromwich Albion ran out comfortable 4-1 winners at Shrewsbury Town on Saturday, as their pre-season preparations continued - here is how Full Throstle rated the players from Croud Meadow
